This morning, for the 1st time, @ChicagoJoeDoyle walked down the stairs, with his backpack on & got on his school bus all by himself! This guy is the absolute best! #IGottaStopCryingThisEarly
Today my son @ChicagoJoeDoyle had successful spine surgery. Thank you to his doctor @PaediPodJFS and his team at @LurieChildrens. This procedure will change Joeโs life! 3-5 days recovery / 30 days on his back.
Before surgery today he said โIโm excited, letโs do this!โ โค๏ธ
My son @ChicagoJoeDoyle has to undergo surgery again on his spine this morning. Joe is in amazing spirits! At 8 years old, there is such a calmness about him and understanding that this is his journey. Thank you for all your love, support & prayers ๐๐ป
This morning @ChicagoJoeDoyle is having open heart surgery. He is my partner, my best friend and the greatest gift God has ever given me. He changed my life. I love him so much. We are so thankful for all the love and support we have received throughout the years. Thank you ๐๐ป
Surgery was a success! Thank you to @PaediPodJFS for all his extraordinary work! Joe is alert but sore. I want to thank everyone on Twitter for their support, kind words, thoughts & prayers for our little boy. It truly meant a lot to him and our family today โฅ๏ธ
My son @ChicagoJoeDoyle has to undergo surgery again on his spine this morning. Joe is in amazing spirits! At 8 years old, there is such a calmness about him and understanding that this is his journey. Thank you for all your love, support & prayers ๐๐ป
One of the best moments of my life happened this morning...for the 1st time @ChicagoJoeDoyle got on his bus for school all by himself! He has been working so hard getting stronger, at school & at his therapy sessions & it is paying off. I love this guy! #Inspiration#CryingDad
DePaul
Loyola (Chicago)
Northwestern
Illinois
All need to play each other every year. Itโs good for the city, the programs, the fans, college basketball in general. Philly has it right, Chicago needs to follow immediately. Play the games at WinTrust. Perfect size venue.
Up & walking!!! @ChicagoJoeDoyle is a beast! His determination and drive make him one special kid! Thank you for all the well wishes, kind words, thoughts & prayers ๐๐ป
Thank you for all the well wishes! Today @ChicagoJoeDoyle got up out of bed and took his first few steps with his new spine! He told me โKyrie ends up with the Lakers and Aaron Rodgers on the Jets!โ #MedicatedPredictions
My boy is home!!! @ChicagoJoeDoyle is a warrior! Big improvements each and every day! Thank you for all the thoughts & prayers. It meant a lot to Joe, myself & my family ๐๐ป